Alban Alban
British protomartyr
300 — 305
Quick Facts
Profession
British protomartyr
Born
January 1, 300
Died
305 (age ~5)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
military personnel
Ancient RomeBorn in VerulamiumDied in Verulamium
300
Born in Verulamium (0300-01-01)
305
Died in Verulamium
About
Saint Alban is venerated as the first-recorded British Christian martyr, for which reason he is considered to be the protomartyr of Britain. Along with fellow Saints Julius and Aaron, Alban is one of three named martyrs recorded at an early date from Roman Britain. He is traditionally believed to have been beheaded in Verulamium sometime during the 3rd or 4th century, and has been celebrated there since ancient times.
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Who is Alban Alban?+
Saint Alban is venerated as the first-recorded British Christian martyr, for which reason he is considered to be the protomartyr of Britain. Along with fellow Saints Julius and Aaron, Alban is one of three named martyrs recorded at an early date from Roman Britain. He is traditionally believed to ha
What does the name Alban mean?+
The name Alban means "A male given name from Latin.. Etymology: From resident of Alba (a mountain region and an ancient city of Latium).". It is of French origin.
When was Alban Alban born?+
Alban Alban was born on January 1, 300.
When did Alban Alban die?+
Alban Alban died in 305, at approximately 5 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Latin.. Etymology: From resident of Alba (a mountain region and an ancient city of Latium).
The name Alban is of French origin, meaning "A male given name from Latin.. Etymology: From resident of Alba (a mountain region and an ancient city of Latium).". It is traditionally a male name.
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Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Monkey
Sharp, smart, curious
Metal · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
5 Oc
Dog — loyalty, guidance, faith
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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Respect.
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History remembers. So do I.
— an admirer
Stopped here. Glad I did.
— a passerby
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